1. Increasing technology integration in the classroom Brandon Freel

2. Overview Current technology in use If it isn’t broke, why fix it? Forms of technology used Implementing new technology

3. Why Technology, why now? Without the integration of technology in our schools, we are only putting the students at a disadvantage and closing them off from the outside world. “Technology is like a fish. The longer it stays on the shelf, the less desirable it becomes.” – Andrew Heller Once a new technology rolls over you, if you’re not part of the steamroller, you’re part of the road” – Stewart Brand

5. Computers

6. Internet

7. Regular email communications

9. Percentage of students exposed to different types of technology in their college classes

10. Why teachers aren’t using technology Intimidation Students know how to use it better than they do Lack of preparation No prior knowledge of programs Fear of programs not operating

11. Why schools should install technology? >90 percent of all schools are connected to the Internet >33 percent of teachers have Internet access in their classrooms Financial incentives are a time-tested method of encouraging teachers School systems can provide compensation for professional development in technology on weekends or during summers Mini-grants can be used to reward teachers who develop innovative uses for classroom technology

13. Write technology grants

14. Order, install, and inventory software and hardware

15. Provide technology in-services for teachers and staff

18. Web page design programs

19. Wiki web pages

20. Email

22. Facebook

23. Diigo

24. Online homework assignments

25. Youtube

28. Provide technology in-services for teachers and staff

29. Utilize free programs offered on the internet

30. Utilize computer programs to enhance lessons